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Overview

The Core 2 Duo U7700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Merom-2048 (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.33 GHz, with boost up to 1.33 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,335 points. Launch price was $249.

Value Upgrade Path

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MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo U7700

#33

Athlon II P340

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $10

142%

#34

Core i3-2330E

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137%

#35

Celeron P4500

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136%

#36

Atom x5-E8000

MSRP: $18|Avg: N/A

134%

#37

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

127%

#38

Athlon II M300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

127%

#39

Pentium P6300

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

126%

#40

Pentium 967

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

123%

#41

Celeron M 575

MSRP: $86|Avg: $12

120%

#42

Core i7-4900MQ

MSRP: $570|Avg: $40

115%

#43

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

110%

#44

Ryzen 5 8500G

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107%

#45

Pentium Dual Core SU4100

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106%

#46

Celeron B815

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105%

#47

Pentium P6100

MSRP: $100|Avg: $16.39

103%

#48

Core 2 Duo U7700

MSRP: $262|Avg: $10

100%

#49

Ryzen 3 210

MSRP: $99|Avg: $99

100%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 230

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98%

#51

Core 2 Quad Q9100

MSRP: $14|Avg: $14

97%

#52

FX-7500

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96%

#53

Pentium SU2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

95%

#54

Celeron M P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

94%

#55

Celeron 887

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

94%

#56

Ryzen 5 220

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

94%

#57

Athlon 64 TF-20

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

93%

#58

Athlon Neo X2 L325

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

92%

#59

Pentium 997

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

91%

#60

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

91%

#61

Core 2 Duo T7100

MSRP: $197|Avg: $15

91%

#62

Core i5-3610ME

MSRP: $276|Avg: $22

90%

#63

Celeron Dual-Core T3000

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core 2 Duo U7700 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core 2 Duo U7700 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core 2 Duo U7700 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Merom-2048 (2006−2008) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.33 GHz from a base frequency of 1.33 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 2 MB of L2 cache and 64 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,335, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core 2 Duo U7700
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.33 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.33 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Merom-2048 (2006−2008)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	143 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	291 Million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	533 MHz
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	0.8V-0.975V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,335

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo U7700 fits into the P socket and supports PCIe 1.1.

Specification	Core 2 Duo U7700
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Core 2 Duo
SocketMotherboard socket required	P
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core 2 Duo U7700 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 10 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core 2 Duo U7700
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	10 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $262), the Core 2 Duo U7700 delivers 134 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3432 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core 2 Duo U7700
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$262
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$249
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3432
Release DateLaunch date	2008-01-01
Release Year	2006
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

3 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Core 2 Duo
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$249
Release Date	2008-01-01
Architecture Codename	Merom-2048 (2006−2008)
Performance Ranking Position	3432

Technical Specifications

15 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	143 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB
L2 Cache	2 MB
L3 Cache	0 kB
Bus Speed	533 MHz
Max Frequency	1.33 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	1.33 GHz
Transistor Count	291 Million
Process Technology	65 nm
Allowed Core Voltage	0.8V-0.975V
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-